This is where you will find ALL news from the ClarkeCountyLife.com Web site in chronological order.
The CCDC board, local businesses and community leaders took a day out of their schedule recently to focus on the future of Clarke County and discuss strategies for CCDC in 2025 and beyond. With key insights from IEDA’s Director, Debi Durham, and guidance from the team at Smart Solutions Group, the day resulted in some great goal setting and a collaborative vision for the future of the community.
Take a look at the latest feature to read more about the strategic sessions and some of the insights discussed…
There’s an increasing need for more SHIIP counselors, especially in Clarke County. Clarke County Hospital is seeking Volunteer SHIIP Counselors to provide this invaluable education and support to individuals.
Click though to learn more…
SWCCs Fall 2025 semester is bringing changes to the applied engineering technology program. With the opening of the CCDC ORBIT Center in Osceola, Iowa, the coursework that was once held at the Creston, IA Campus will be moved to the new ORBIT Center.
Click through to the latest to read more about the updates at SWCC and the ORBIT Center…
Early in 2024, team at The Village Early Childcare Center received a request from Iowa’s Health and Human Services (DHS) Licensing and Inspections representative, that took them by surprise — to be a “Mentor Facility” for other childcare operations across Iowa!
Click through to the latest feature to read about the request and how The Village qualified for such a rewarding honor…
Each year, the CCDC hosts its Community Nonprofit Forum, bringing together local nonprofit organizations share successes and present plans for the coming year. It also provides an opportunity to enter to receive a $5,000 donation for their organization and a boost for the upcoming year.
This year, the Clarke Schools Food Pantry received the donation award! Click through to the latest feature to read about this year’s event and more…
Osceola Water Works staff has finalized this year’s fire hydrant flushing and maintenance with minimal water waste thanks to a local business.
Check out the latest to see how the OWW team worked with local business to help use the water efficiently…
Clarke County Hospital Auxiliary will be offering four scholarships, each valued at $1,500 for students during the 2025-26 school year.
Click through to the latest to get the details on the scholarships and how to apply…
With recent price hikes in meat and protein as well as some milk products, the Clarke Community Schools Food Pantry is concerned with meeting the demand for the upcoming holiday season.
With the help from local stores as well as businesses and community members, the vacant shelves could very well see a boost.
Click through to the latest feature to learn more and how you can help the pantry this holiday season.
A special education article from Clarke County Hospital covers the Medicare Open Enrollment and the pros and cons to each of the Original Medicare (Parts A and B) and Medicare Advantage (Part C).
This is valuable information for those navigating enrollment which started October 15th and goes through December 7th. Click through to read more…
The Clarke County Hospital Auxiliary is hosting their Annual Auxiliary Bake Sale and Membership Drive on November 22 inside the Main Entrance of the Hospital. This year’s fundraiser will feature homemade cookies, breads, and an assortment of other delicious snacks for local families to enjoy this holiday
Over the past year, Osceola Water Works has gathered information to create an inventory of service lines and their materials in an effort to identify which ones may contain lead, in compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act requirements.
Click through to read about what that means to Osceola’s water customers and what you can do next …
A recent progress tour of the new ORBIT Center is helping build excitement for local and regional businesses, manufacturers and educators for its 2025 opening. With 10,000 square feet of space, a majority of which will be dedicated to lab and hands-on educational curricula, the new facility will be a unique addition and draw to south-central Iowa.
Click though to see the latest photos and more on the programming slated to start in the center as early as January…
Recent rainfall, cooler fall temperatures, and a partnership with Southern Iowa Rural Water Association (SIRWA) have helped return the daily West Lake withdrawal rate to a safer capacity.
Click through to read more from Osceola Water Works…
After more than 18 years at the helm of the Clarke County Development Corporation, Bill Trickey has decided to retire. The journey to this day has been a long one and we’re pleased to have an opportunity to gather and recognize his commitment to our community and
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, who is the Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business Committee announced her Small Business of the Week: Clarke County’s very own Revelton Distilling Company!
Click through to read the official release…
